AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAmsterdam Tourism Overhaul: Amsterdam’s coalition proposes a steep rise in its tourist tax, from 12% to 16% next year and up to 20% by 2030, alongside plans to close the cruise port and buy out city-centre businesses. UK Holiday Tax Pushback: A West Worcestershire MP warns a “holiday tax” could hit staycation demand as hospitality groups lobby against the levy. Illegal Camping Ruling: In Leicestershire, travellers who set up an illegal encampment near Blaby Hall can remain until June 2029 after a planning appeal overturned local objections. Benidorm World Cup Security: Riot police and extra shifts are set for Benidorm as World Cup crowds are expected to surge, with officials citing higher airline capacity. Flight Disruptions: SunExpress cancels four UK-to-Türkiye routes this summer, blaming the Iran-linked fuel crisis and “geopolitical developments.” Safety Alert (Spain): A small plane crash landed on a road near Tenerife’s Amarilla Golf resort moments after take-off, with authorities investigating the engine failure. Travel Deals & Leisure: Bargain-hunters get a boost with new UK “cheapest breaks” picks near Newcastle, while Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge unveils a $100M Rockies refresh. Wellbeing Trend: New research says Britons increasingly want nature-led relaxation, with wave and woodland sounds driving holiday appeal.
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